Maple Motors

Maple Motors is a family run classic car dealer at 829 W Main St in Hendersonville, Tennessee, in the Nashville area. The company says it has been "family owned and operated" for over 40 years, and the Better Business Bureau lists the business as starting on February 1, 1984. It deals in classic, custom and hot rod vehicles, and also sells new and used wheels and tires.

Who runs it

The BBB profile names Jim Fite as owner and lists Jeff Fite, Jason Fite and Pat Kane among the people connected with the business. That fits the "family owned" description on the dealer's own website. The business trades under the names Maple Motors, Maple Motors Inc. and, on the BBB, Jim Fite's Maple Motors.

How the business works

Maple Motors appears to be a conventional dealer that buys cars and sells them from its own stock, rather than a consignment house. Nothing on its site describes taking cars on consignment, so owners looking to consign should ask the dealer directly. Buyers deal with the dealership itself, and the cars on its lot are the ones it is offering.

What it sells

The company describes its inventory as classic, custom and hot rod vehicles. Its site includes a current inventory page and a "previous inventory" page, which gives shoppers a sense of the kinds of cars that have passed through. The dealer also runs a YouTube channel with lot walk videos, a handy way to look over what is on the property before a visit. Wheels and tires, new and used, are sold alongside the cars, and the site links to branded merchandise.

Buying from Maple Motors

The dealer's website has pages for financing and for transportation options, so financing and delivery help are part of what it offers. Details on rates, deposits and shipping partners are not published in a way we could confirm, so ask for specifics before committing. The site also carries the standard notice that prices and inventory are subject to change without notice, which makes it sensible to confirm that a car is still available before driving out. For general advice on the process, see our guide to buying a classic car from a dealer, and get an independent inspection on any car you are serious about.

Reputation

The BBB rates Maple Motors A+ and shows it as accredited since August 4, 2000. The BBB page lists no complaints closed in the last three years and two customer reviews. Two reviews is a very small sample, so it is a data point rather than a verdict. The business also has a presence on Yelp, Facebook and Instagram, where recent buyers and visitors post their experiences. As with any dealer, judge it on the specific car: check the title, ask for service records and have the car looked over by someone you trust.

Visiting Maple Motors

The dealership is at 829 W Main St, Hendersonville, Tennessee 37075, and can be reached on 615-822-4444. The company's website lists hours of Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed Saturday and Sunday. It occasionally posts closure notices for holidays and trips, so check the site or call before a long drive. If you are comparing cars in the region, you can also browse classic cars for sale in Tennessee on Classic Cars Arena.